Splendid Was the Trail by Kenneth D. Swan

Details:

• Written by Kenneth D. Swan
• Illustrated by Joseph S. Swan
• Published in Montana by Farcountry Press

Explore the rugged, early days of the U.S. Forest Service with Splendid Was the Trail, a memoir by Forest Service veteran Kenneth D. Swan. From 1911 to 1947, Swan's lively retelling of his adventures will take you back in time. With vivid descriptions, stunning black and white photography, and illustrations from his son, Joeseph S. Swan, this book brings to life the challenges and triumphs of a forester's life in the wild and beautiful Montana, Northern Idaho, and Western South Dakota backcountry.

Farcountry Press is a Montana-based publishing company that is well known for its novels of varying genres. From children's books to Montana wildlife and historic accounts, they are passionate about telling the stories of Montana writers. Looking for more page-turning reads from Farcountry Press? Check out our full collection of Books Published in Montana!